All commands should be given in a clear and distinct tone of voice, articulation should be distinct, and an effort should be made to cultivate a voice which will inspire the men with enthusiasm and tend to make them execute the exercises with willingness, snap, and precision. It is not the volume, but the quality, of the voice which is necessary to successful instruction.
The Position of Attention
[827]. This is the position an unarmed dismounted soldier assumes when in ranks. During the setting-up exercises, it is assumed whenever the command attention is given by the instructor.
Having allowed his men to rest, the instructor commands: 1. Squad, 2. ATTENTION. [Figs. A] and [B].
| Fig. A | Fig. B |
The words class, section, or company may be substituted for the word "squad."
At the command attention, the men will quickly assume and retain the following position:
Heels on same line and as near each other as the conformation of the man permits.
Feet turned out equally and forming an angle of about 45 degrees.